Inflation levels remain unchanged in May, brings 2 percent target into focus
Inflation remained relatively unchanged in May, according to the latest inflation report. Here's what that means for interest rates.
50 percent of Americans saving for college don't know about a 529 savings plan: survey
Despite the many advantages 529 savings plans provide, many Americans are not using them as part of the education saving strategy, a recent Edward Jones survey said.
Buy now, pay later products to be treated like credit cards, CFPB says
BNPL lenders must now follow the federal Truth in Lending Act (TILA) and Regulation Z rules that apply to credit cards, the CFPB said.
These US cities have the biggest inflation problems, study finds
High inflation continues to impact the economy, and these cities are feeling it the most.
Soaring insurance rates drive auto insurance shopping rates higher: report
Shopping rates for new auto insurers climbed in January and February 2024, rebounding from a dip in the previous quarter.
Gas prices to keep dropping as motorists plan Fourth of July road trips: AAA
The national average cost for a gallon of gas was $3.48, a significant eight-cent dip from the previous week.
Mortgage rates fall but only slightly as home prices continue rising
Home prices may still be up, but mortgage rates dipped down to just below 7% this week.
22% of retirement-age Americans are still working; these states have the most
Despite the number of Americans who are 65 and older decreasing from 2022 to 2024, it’s still double what it used to be almost 40 years ago.
Unemployment increased just slightly despite the US adding 272,000 jobs
Over 270,000 jobs were added in May, yet the unemployment rate still rose, fueling economic concerns.
71 percent of Americans waiting on interest rate cuts before hunting for homes: survey
Sixty-seven percent of Americans still dream of owning a home, but 71% said they are waiting for mortgage rates to drop before entering the market, according to a recent BMO Financial survey.
Borrowers urged to apply for Navient's private student loan forgiveness
The Project on Predatory Student Lending (PPSL) launched a campaign to raise awareness of Navient's discharge program for certain borrowers seeking relief because their school lied to them.
Spotify raising US prices for premium plans, again
The Sweden-based audio streaming giant announced Monday it is raising prices for its premium plans in the U.S. once again, after increasing subscription fees nearly a year ago.
The 10 cheapest new cars in 2024
Nissan, Kia, Hyundai and Mitsubishi dominate Cars.com's list of the cheapest new cars.
Gas prices dropped by more than they have all year as after-holiday demand dips
Decreasing oil prices and less demand has caused a sizeable drop in gas prices this week.
Mortgage rates tick up as Fed signals delay on interest rate cuts: Freddie Mac
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 7.03% for the week ending May 30, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
Social Security recipients will get one less payment in June – here's why
Here's why some Social Security recipients will miss a payment in June.
Q1 GDP revised down on lackluster consumer spending
Real GDP increased at an annual rate of 1.3% for the January-through-March period after rising 3.4% in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the BEA's advance estimate.
Home prices not budging, hit new high in March: Case-Shiller
Home prices are now 6.5% above their level this time last year, reaching their ninth all-time high within the past year, according to S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller.
Social Security has a 'billionaire problem,' advocate warns
Social Security benefits will be cut significantly in 2035 without a fix. Here's what advocates say we can do to prevent that.
Home insurance rates have surged nearly 40% since 2019 – but they're rising fastest in these states
Rising home insurance premiums are the latest squeeze on homeownership.